I was in desperate need for a podiatrist. I knew what had to be done. Out of fear, I delayed the…read moreappointment till I could hardly get shoes on my feet. Two in-grown toenails! I called a podiatrist office near my home. I told the assistant who answered the phone, that I had delayed the appointment as long as I could because I feared the painful procedure that I imagined. The assistant said, "oh it won't hurt, the doctor is really good looking"! In addition to the in-grown toe nails, back in June, I sprained my ankle just 4 days before my 10 day, 332 mile ultra-marathon. 55 miles into the race, it forced me to quit. Nearly 6 months later my ankle still hurts. Shocking since it really seemed like a minor strain that really wasn't a big attention getter in the first place. Just two weeks ago, I wasn't able to stand on it at all! A cortisone injection to the ankle will hopefully allow me to heal that ankle fully! Appointment with the podiatrist for both issues was today. Yes, the doctor was good-looking, AND yes there was still pain involved. Thank gawd for lidocaine! (Although the injection was tough). Right toenail, wedge/angle cut and instant relief! Left toenail, lidocaine, the toenail cut from top to bottom (at angle) and pulled out all the way! Ouch!! He literally wrestled it out! Then he stuck an acid dipped cotton stick in the cavity...which was bleeding heavily, to burn the root out! Several times! It was so gross! So how did I get the in-grown toenails? I always blamed the people who do my pedicures. They're always messing around in the corner of my toes. It turns out, it's my own fault. Before I would go for my pedicure, I would always cut my toenails as short as I could get them. I know the pedicurist won't cut them short and with all the running/walking that I do, I'm always losing toenails cause they weren't short enough, or so I thought. It's really that I needed a full sized bigger in my running shoes and not a half size bigger that I had been using. Lesson One: In cutting them too short, and the way the shoes press in on the toe, they would only grown inward and not up/out. Lesson Two: Shoe size is critical. Lesson Three: By delaying my visit to the podiatrist, I made the situation worse. Now once this throbbing goes away, I hope my feet and ankle will be normal again! Dr. Ali was fantastic! Go see him if you need a good foot doctor! I won't be so afraid next time! He was incredibly kind and made sure that I was as comfortable as could get in a not so great situation.

I can not explain how excellent Dr Ali is. He gave me his personal number after two surgeries. He…read moreoffered to come to my home during the Christmas break. You need to make him your foot Dr. PERIOD.

1) Front desk Lady and guy have zero personalities! Not welcoming at all. No "Hello", "how are…read moreyou"... Only.. "I need to collect your copay!" 2) I have had 4 visits for Athletes foot(pinky toe). Each visits co-pay for me was $20. Each visit the recommendation was to soak and use iodine.... Well now weeks after doing that I can barely walk normal, I have sever pain that comes from that toe and around it... went today for an Emg appt and was told nothing can be done but to soak... needless to say I was very disappointed! I asked about a Rx/fungus to perhaps help, as my son had the same thing and went to Westland Foot and Ankle and received a anti fungal Rx and his case cleared up in 1-2wks... Dr.says "well go there" I'm only telling you how the "book" says to resolve athletes foot".. I knew then I needed to RUN out this Shady Place!!!

Dr. El-Khalil was my first choice in foot & ankle specialists when problems with my ankle became…read moreconcerning. My husband, a diabetic, was already under Dr. El-Khalil's care when he experienced a fractured toe, which lead to a serious health scare. This doctor basically saved my husband's life. He does not sugarcoat facts. He is passionate about his profession and explained in zero uncertain terms the seriousness and the risks involving my husband's fracture. Thankfully, he got through, and my husband followed the doctor's orders to a tee with beautiful results. Dr.. El-Khalil examined my ankle and surprised me by explaining the possible risks that go with surgery, and instead of jumping in, he advised that I try several things prior to an operation. I purchased different shoes, heel cups, and a special ankle brace that he recommended. A Cortizone shot hasn't been necessary for me. the alternative methods are working for pain management and are encouraged are before resorting to shots or surgery. If abiding by the doctor's orders is too difficult a task, don't waste Dr. El-Khalil's valuable time with an appointment. His opinions, knowledge, and bedside manner are all of the highest quality.

I've been to two podiatrists, three wounds care doctors and numerous other doctors In the past two…read moreyears. None of then helped the wound on my foot. I started seeing Dr. Jennifer Gerteisen in October of 2024. As of November 2025 my foot is 99% healed. She tried other techniques that none of the others tried. I wish I wouldnt have wasted my time with them and had found her sooner! She is very kind and honest. I would recommend her to ANYONE with a foot issue. If you've been disappointed with a podiatrist in the past ,try seeing her, I doubt you'll be disappointed!

Office personnel are always ready to help with my concerns and questions. They are always willing…read moreto go out of their way to help make my visit stress free. The doctors are very knowledgeable and answer all my concerns. I am very confident that I'm getting the best care for my problems. I would give Westland Foot and Ankle Specialists a very heavy 5 rating.

Dr Jeanette is no longer there the new team is actually students which I can appreciate however I…read morewould like to be cared more by a doctor. This is a business plan where a surgeon has the practice use the business to schedule surgeries

Dr. Janet Baatile-Ajrouche is absolutely amazing!!! She helped me when I got an infection from a…read morelocal nail salon from a pedicure and treated it so that I didn't get septic! Her knowledge, attention to detail and compassion is what sets her apart from others! She even helped with me with my damaged toe nail with a kery flex application and prescribed a compounded pharmaceutical nail treatment. Dr. Janet Baatile-Ajrouche is a wonderful doctor and I was so lucky to have her treat my infection and fix my damaged toenail!!! If you are looking for an excellent doctor please don't hesitate to go to her!

1/10/25 I had a 9am appointment with Dr Michele Semma for soreness with my foot/ankle. As a…read morehealthcare employee, I am on my feet all day and wanted to get to the bottom of my foot issue. I couldn't have asked for a more professional, knowledgeable and friendly podiatrist. Michele took X rays in the office and went over the results with me. Very thorough and she asked me questions along the way. The end result was nothing broken or fractured just a little inflammation and some good ole arthritis starting to set in. My symptoms are occasionally, not every day so I will keep using my ankle wrap, foot massager and the occasional Aleve as I discussed with Michele which she was pleased to hear how I was going about it. She did recommend another minimally invasive treatment should it come to that. I would recommend you give the office a call should you be suffering with foot and or ankle pain.

They have really done a Great Job with me; from the day I called to come in the same day because I…read morecouldn't move, before and after surgery. I would recommend this company to anyone looking for the BEST, PROFESSIONAL, VERY RESPECTFUL, CLEAN AND MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR NUMBER ONE AT ALL TIMES!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT JOB!!!!

Dr. Young helped me find relief from a painful bunion. Excellent follow up care. Staff is…read moreprofessional and kind

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